Oakdale Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,378 residents, Oakdale recorded 26 crimes in June 2025, translating to a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 people. This figure is 40.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a marked divergence from national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50% of all incidents (13 cases), followed by vehicle crime (15.4%) and other theft (15.4%). The distribution of crime types suggests a combination of local factors and broader societal patterns. Violence and sexual offences, while remaining the dominant category, were 16% below the UK average for this category, indicating that Oakdale’s approach to managing violent crime may be more effective than the national average. In contrast, vehicle crime and other theft both exceeded UK averages by 89% and 37%, respectively, pointing to areas where local conditions may be more conducive to these types of offences. The seasonal context of June—characterized by longer daylight hours, the start of summer, and the potential for increased tourism—may have influenced crime patterns. For example, the sharp rise in vehicle crime could be linked to increased foot traffic in retail areas or vulnerabilities in parking security. Similarly, the decline in anti-social behaviour may reflect the impact of community initiatives or the natural ebb and flow of seasonal activities. These observations suggest that while Oakdale’s overall crime rate is relatively low, certain crime types require closer attention to address localized challenges.

June 2025 saw a 100% increase in possession of weapons, rising from 0 to 1 incident. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may indicate a shift in local dynamics or heightened police visibility. Concurrently, vehicle crime and other theft both rose by 33.3%, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in parking security or targeted retail areas. These increases contrast with notable declines: anti-social behaviour dropped by 57.1% (from 7 to 3 incidents), possibly linked to seasonal changes or community initiatives. Violent crimes, though remaining the most common category (50% of all incidents), were 16% below the UK average for this category, highlighting Oakdale's relative success in managing this type of crime. The 89% disparity in vehicle crime rates compared to the UK average underscores a local challenge that may warrant targeted interventions, such as improved CCTV coverage or vehicle security awareness campaigns.

Oakdale's crime rate in June 2025 fell to 4.8 per 1,000 residents, a 25.8% drop from the previous month's 6.5 per 1,000. This decline suggests a potential shift in local dynamics, though it remains unclear whether this reflects sustained improvements in policing, seasonal factors, or temporary fluctuations. On a daily basis, Oakdale experienced approximately one crime per day in June, a rate that translates to one reported crime for every 207 residents over the course of the month. When scaled to Oakdale’s population of 5,378, this implies that the likelihood of an individual encountering crime is significantly lower than the UK average. However, this aggregate figure masks variations in specific crime types. For example, vehicle crime and other theft both exceeded UK averages, highlighting localized vulnerabilities that may require targeted interventions. The contrast between Oakdale’s overall rate and the UK’s 8.1 per 1,000 underscores the area’s relative safety, but it also raises questions about the factors contributing to its distinct profile. These could include demographic characteristics, geographic features, or the effectiveness of local crime prevention strategies.